Orthopaedics & MSK — Flashcards

Scaphoid fractures occur at the _____ ~70-80%

Clavicle fractures more commonly occur in _____

Hint: demographic

What investigation is done if X-rays are -ve but there is ↑ high clinical suspicion for a scaphoid fracture? _____

Clavicle fracture can occur in a newborn due to _____

What is the management of displaced, proximal pole, & unstable scaphoid fractures? _____

The most common carpal bone fracture is of the _____

Complications of _____ scaphoid fractures include avascular necrosis and nonunion due to retrograde blood supply

What is the investigation for clavicle fractures? _____

What is the management of a typical middle third clavicle fracture? _____

What is the management of nondisplaced scaphoid fractures? _____